Alex De Loa-Franco
Biography
Mr. Franco was born in Jalisco, Mexico in 1978 and was brought to the United States at the age of two. He grew up in Los Banos, California where he attended school from kindergarten all the way to high school. He graduated from Los Banos High in 1997, then moved to Merced, California to attend college. He graduated from Merced Community College in 2001 with an Associate of Arts Degree. Prior to working at Chowchilla High as a Career Technician through Merced County Office of Education, Mr. Franco worked three years as a secondary counselor assistant for the migrant program. Mr. Franco is also a photographer with five years experience in weddings, quinceaneras, and other big events. When he is not at work Mr. Franco enjoys playing soccer, oil painting, playing computer games, and is always up to cooking a delicious plate.
Mission Statement
To steer and guide students by providing them with information and tools that they will need to be successful in school and in their lives. To strongly believe in students so that they can believe in themselves. To cheer those who are steps from the top of the mountain, and to support, assist, encourage, challenge, and give confidence to those who are trying to make it in distinct areas of their lives.